Decision

1. That the contents of the report be noted.
2. That it be agreed in principle, that the Council will no longer delegate the social work function, relating to the provision of care and support to people with severe and enduring mental health needs to those eligible, to Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Trust.
3. That it be agreed in principle, that the social work function detailed in the above recommendation shall return to the Council.
4. That the Director of Adult Social Services be delegated authority to develop a delivery model and to take any other actions reasonably required to implement these recommendations.